Our previous study on tithing has clearly refuted it as a New Testament practice, yet most Christian churches continue a modified version of the Mosaic Law. What is the modern day origin of this ritual we call “tithing?” According to Christian History Magazine, Volume VII, Number 3,Issue 19:

In 1895 a Wesley Chapel in Cincinnati has financial trouble. In desperation, it tries "suppers, festivals, lectures. Stereopticon shows, subscriptions, and the whole round of man-made schemes and devices,” according to layman William G. Roberts. Finally, Roberts and others introduce the concept of "storehouse tithing, "which turns the church around”. Tithing is revived as a popular practice in U.S. churches.

The previous study was: TITHING: New Testament Practice Or Old Testament Bondage

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